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AetnaField Case Manager, RN in
York, Pennsylvania

Req ID: 54494BR

POSITION SUMMARY

Work from Home (Telework) Position that will require in-field travel. Allegheny (Pittsburgh) County, Westmoreland County,Dauphin (Harrisburg) County, Lancaster County, York County, and possibly ErieCounty.

We are building an exciting new clinical and member experience program at Aetna. Aetna Case Management is a member centric, team-delivered, community based care management model that joins members where they are. The Field Case Manager works collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team in the process of assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation, and advocacy. The Field Case Manager connects members to the resources and services, available in their own community, to support the members comprehensive health needs while promoting quality care and cost effective outcomes.

Fundamental Components:

Responsible for case management of eligible Aetna members with complex care needs; partners with an interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive, community-based case management services focused on helping the member maximize best health outcomes. Interacts with members in-person, in their home on a regular basis; also meets members at an agreed upon community location such as a library. Interacts with members telephonically following at least the minimum standard of contact required per member based on their level of intervention. Conducts in-person, individualized assessments to identify problems, goals, & interventions with corresponding measurable outcomes that drive the content of the holistic, member centered care plan. Develops a healthy action plan in partnership with the member, defining problems, goals, and objectives to improve the members overall well-being/quality of life, continuously partners with the member to evaluate the members progress in setting/meeting the established goals, and revising/updating the health action plan accordingly.

Utilizes influencing and motivational interviewing skills to ensure maximum member engagement; promotes lifestyle and behavior changes to achieve optimum level of health. Helps members actively and knowledgeably participate with providers in healthcare decision-making; helps members actively and knowledgeably participate with community based organizations able to support in meeting health goals. Conducts assessments for members discharged from an in-patient hospital or skilled nursing facility, supports post discharge plan of care for both members assigned within their case load and members outside of the case load but residing within their local community. Demonstrates proficiency with operating in a remote environment, connecting hardware/software, managing email in an Outlook account, and using remote communication software such as Skype & WebEx; able to demonstrate proficiency with Word, Excel, and experience documenting within an electronic health record. Other requirements include: ability to flex work hours to meet the member scheduling needs, ability to travel within a designated geographic area for in-person care management activities distance is reasonable but not fully defined by one-way mileage limits.

BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE:

RN licensure required

5+ years clinical experience required

Ability to travel within a designated geographic area for in-person case management activities

Case management experience highly preferred

Home health/ hospice experience highly preferred

CCM certification preferred

Bilingual preferred

Excellent analytical and problem solving skills

Effective communications, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently (this position is work from home)

Proficiency with standard corporate software applications, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, as well as some special proprietary applications

The minimum level of education required for candidates in this position is a Associate's degree or equivalent experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Nursing/Board of Nursing license in any state is required

Nursing/CMSA Case Management Society of America is desired

FUNCTIONAL EXPERIENCES:

Functional - Nursing/Case Management/1+ Years

Functional - Nursing/Discharge Planning/4+ Years

Functional - Nursing/Home Health Care Ambulatory Nursing/1+ Years

TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCES:

Technical - Desktop Tools/Microsoft Outlook/1+ Years/End User

Technical - Remote Access/WAH (Work at Home)/1+ Years/End User

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION:

This is an exceptional opportunity for case management of Medicare members, in collaboration with MDT- Nurse Case Manager, Medical Director, Social Worker, Pharmacist, Behavioral Health to develop creative case plans with traditional and non-traditional resources. There are available educational opportunities to meet both personal and professional goals. We have a culture of value-driven team.

Aetna is about more than just doing a job. This is our opportunity to re-shape healthcare for America and across the globe. We are developing solutions to improve the quality and affordability of healthcare. What we do will benefit generations to come.

We care about each other, our customers and our communities. We are inspired to make a difference, and we are committed to integrity and excellence.

Together we will empower people to live healthier lives.

Aetna is an equal opportunity & affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of personal characteristics or status. We take affirmative action to recruit, select and develop women, people of color, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

We are a company built on excellence. We have a culture that values growth, achievement and diversity and a workplace where your voice can be heard.

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